1836 PG$1 Gold Dollar, Judd-67, Pollock-70, R.5, PR65 PCGS.
The obverse features a Liberty cap surrounded by numerous glory
rays, similar in design to certain contemporary Mexican issues. The
reverse features the denomination "1 D." within a coiled palm
frond, with the date below and UNITED STATES OF AMERICA above.
Christian Gobrecht is credited with both designs. Struck in gold
alloy with a plain edge. Judd-67 has considerable historical
importance, as it is the first Federal gold pattern as well as the
first Gold Dollar issue. Originals are likely quite rare, although
a number were restruck in the 1860s, one of which was struck over
an 1859 Gold Dollar. This bright yellow-gold Gem has a needle-sharp
strike and highly reflective fields, while the reverse has bold
mint-made striations.From the Holman Family Collection. (#11260) (PCGS# 11260)